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Easy Churro Cookies

Deliciously soft and chewy cookies inspired by traditional churros, rolled in cinnamon sugar for a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Shape and Bake
  1. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
  2. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
  4. Roll each cookie ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  6. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSugar: 10g

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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